All events for that month

Sunday Serenades

Bonfire & S’mores

Start:
Jul 2

Venue:
Lakewoods Resort

Description:

Sundays July 2 - August 27, 20178:30 PM

Hatha Yoga

Start:
Jul 3

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 3, 2017Join Joan Shumway from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. at the Cable Natural History Museum for an exploration of yoga asana, whether you are new to yoga or have been practicing for many lifetimes. All ages and stages welcome! Please bring your own mat. Registration required at www.cablemuseum.org . Cost is $100 member/$120 non-member for the ten week series or $12 member/$15 non-member per class.

4th of July Annual Celebration

Start:
Jul 4

Venue:
Downtown Cable & Cable Town Park

Description:

Experience a true taste of Americana in the Cable Area!

Participate in a 5 or 10K Walk/Run for a local charity, C.A.R.E.

Feast upon a Red, White & Blue Pancake Breakfast (Strawberries, Blueberries, and Whipped Cream) beginning at 8am at the Cable Community Center, the Parade begins at 11am in downtown Cable with floats, antique cars, kids parade, and the American Legion. After the parade enjoy corn on the cob, brats, beer, desserts and family games.

Round out your evening with fireworks in Cable, Grand View, or Lake Namakagon.

CARE 5K 10K WALK/RUN

The route is an out and back on Randysek Rd starting in downtown Cable. About half of our participants are 5K walkers and the rest do the 5K or 10K Run. Beverages and snacks are provided after the race. There is also a red, white & blue pancake breakfast, the 4th of July parade and a cookout and activities at the Cable Town Park following the CARE race – we encourage everyone to stay and enjoy the festivities!

Runners are eligible for age group prizes, which are C.A.R.E. dollars that may be used at any of our $250 level sponsors.

We also have three levels of sponsorship for the Walk/Run. Red ($500), White ($250) and Blue ($75).

If you would like to become a sponsor, please contact Brenda Brueske at 715-798-4700 or visit our contact page!

4th of July

Start:
Jul 4

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 4, 2017Come watch the Cable Natural History Museum’s Junior Naturalists in the Cable parade at 11:00 a.m.! The Museum will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Cable Area Lions Club Parade & Picnic

Start:
Jul 4

Venue:
Cable Area

Description:

11:00 a.m. The 4th of July parade begins on Kavanaugh Road near the Post Office, heads north and turns onto Spruce Street, traveling two blocks where the floats will turn south on Randysek Road; ending behind the Brick House.

The picnic will begin after the parade concludes with pies, ice cream, festival foods, bingo, kids inflatable obstacle courses, and bounce houses! This is the perfect event for those both young and old - don't forget about the dunk tank! It's your chance to dunk your favorite local!

Katie Flowers Endowment’s annual 4th of July booksale at the Library 9-3pm. Tons of books!

Used Book Sale

Start:
Jul 4

Venue:
Forest Lodge Library

Description:

Join the Forest Lodge Library in Cable for their 4th of July Used Book Sale!

Saturday, July 1st - 9a-1pTuesday, July 4th - 9a-3p with a bag sale from 1p-3p

July 4th Boat Parade

Start:
Jul 4

Venue:
Four Seasons Resort

Description:

July 4, 201711am on Lake Namakagon (Four Seasons Resort)The parade winds back at Four Seasons for final judging and prizes. Compete for the best-decorated boat or watch from the shore and cheer on your favorites.Boat parade leaves at 12:30 sharp.For more information click HERE!

Fireworks!

Start:
Jul 4

Venue:
Cable Area

Description:

July 4, 2017at dusk

Cable Ball Park

Barnes Ball Park

Lakewoods Resort on Lake Namakagon

Forest Lodge Tour

Start:
Jul 5

Venue:
Forest Lodge Nature Trail

Description:

July 5, 2017Explore the fascinating history and architectural design of the Forest Lodge Historic District. The estate is nestled among 872 acres of old growth forest in the heart of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest and along Lake Namakagon’s pristine shoreline. Dress for the weather and walking on uneven surfaces. Meet the Northland College guide at the Forest Lodge Nature Trail parking lot at 9 a.m. and return by 11 a.m. Online registration at www.cablemuseum.org required. $5 per person.

Junior Naturalist Program: Early Explorers

Start:
Jul 5

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 5, 2017Travel back in time and discover new worlds and survival skills. Meet at the Cable Natural History Museum from 10:00 a.m. until noon. Junior Naturalist Programs offer environmental education for children in grades K-6 through games, art, and outdoor exploration. The cost is $6 for members/$8 non-members per program or $84/$112 for the series of 15 programs. Scholarships are available by calling 715-798-3890. Online registration at www.cablemuseum.org is required.

Talon Talk Live Raptor Program

Start:
Jul 5

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 5, 2017Meet the Cable Natural History Museum’s live education raptors in person! Learn all about the amazing world of birds of prey from Naturalist Haley Appleman. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Please come early to find a seat. Donations welcome. www.cablemuseum.org

Dinner with an Explorer

Start:
Jul 5

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 5, 2017Since 2001, Dave and Amy Freeman have traveled over 30,000 miles by kayak, canoe and dogsled through some of the world’s wildest places, from the Amazon to the Arctic. National Geographic named Dave and Amy Adventurers of the Year in 2014. Join Amy for dinner and conversation at the Rivers Eatery from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Then see her lecture at the Cable Natural History Museum. www.cablemuseum.org

Joseph Jenkins Lecture Series: A Year in the Wilderness

Start:
Jul 5

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 5, 2017On September 23, 2015, Dave and Amy Freeman embarked on a yearlong adventure in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in an effort to protect the Boundary Waters from proposed sulfide-ore copper mining on the Wilderness edge. Amy will share their adventures, show their short film “Bear Witness,” and talk about the incredible teamwork that made their expedition memorable. 7:00 p.m. at the Cable Natural History Museum. Refreshments. Sponsored by Henry and Jodi Kingdon. Donations welcome. www.cablemuseum.org

Family BINGO

Start:
Jul 5

Venue:
Lakewoods Resort

Description:

Wednesdays from July 5 – August 30, 20176:30 PMBattle out on the bingo boards to win a variety of prizes and treats. Excitement for all ages!

Men's Discussion Group

Start:
Jul 6

Venue:
River's Eatery

Description:

July 6, 2017 6:30pm This group meets the first Thursday of the month.Coordinator: Jack WichitaCurrently reading: Blood and Thunder by Hampton Sides

Lake Owen Pontoon Tour

Start:
Jul 6

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 6, 2017Emily Stone, Cable Natural History Museum Naturalist, will bring to life Lake Owen’s natural history as you tour the lake on a pontoon boat. Learn about eagles, loons, and what lies beneath. Meet at the Museum at 9:00 a.m., return by noon. Space is limited. Online registration at www.cablemuseum.org is required. $38 member/$43 non-member.

Redbery Books Summer Storytime: What’s the Buzz, Busy Bees

Start:
Jul 6

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 6, 2017Redbery Reads is a story time that helps kids connect to the world around them. There will be stories, hand-on activities, circle games, learning, and lots of fun. All ages are welcome and the activities are geared to preschool through fifth grade. Meet at the Cable Natural History Museum at 10:30 a.m. Donations welcome. www.cablemuseum.org

Kayak the Namekagon River

Start:
Jul 6

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 6, 2017Experience the wonders of this dynamic National Park with the River Ambassador! Paddlers of all experience levels are welcome; basic kayaking skills will be taught. Meet at the Phillipi Landing at 10:00 a.m., then shuttle to County M Road landing. Return by 2:00 p.m. Pack your own lunch in a waterproof container and dress for the weather. Register online at www.cablemuseum.org by July 3. $40 member/$48 non-member.

TGI Fridays

Start:
Jul 7

Venue:
Rookery Pub Fine Dining

Description:

July 7, 20175 – 8pmSimilar Dogs – unique duo with diverse repertoire of music they digMusic goes on rain or shine

Nature Lab

Start:
Jul 7

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 7, 2017Drop in to the Cable Natural History Museum’s classroom between 10:00 a.m.-noon to discover something new about nature! Each week is different, so come to them all! Donations accepted. www.cablemuseum.org

Who Pooped in the Woods? Playgroup

Start:
Jul 7

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 7, 2017Bring your detective hat! Kids ages 3-6 and their families can experience the Cable Natural History Museum’s Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area with Sue Thurn. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at 43135 Randysek Road in Cable. Drop-ins are welcome, but online registration at www.cablemuseum.org by July 6 is appreciated. $6 member/$8 non-member per family.

Pollinator Party

Start:
Jul 7

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 7, 2017Families and adults can join the Cable Natural History Museum’s Pollinator Intern for education and stewardship in the native flower gardens planted just for the pollinators. Meet at the Museum from 3:00-4:00 p.m. Donations welcome. www.cablemuseum.org

Owl Prowl

Start:
Jul 7

Venue:
North End Trailhead

Description:

July 7, 2017Join Cable Natural History Museum Naturalist Susan Thurn on a nighttime hike to learn about the natural history of Wisconsin’s owls and try calling in barred owls. Meet at the North End Trailhead on Randysek Road at 8:00 p.m. to learn more about nature’s best mouse trap and maybe see or hear one up close! Donations welcome. www.cablemuseum.org

Live Music

Start:
Jul 7

Venue:
Lakewoods Resort

Description:

Every Friday from July 7 – August 25, 20178:00 PMLive Music by Jesse Ryan Band in the bar

Namekagon Art and Music Festival

Start:
Jul 8

Venue:
Sawmill Saloon

Description:

The Namekagon Art & Music Festival, which began in 1999, is still going strong and better that ever!

There is a new covered stage for the musicians and still have room for 35+ art vendors. A highlight of the day, as always, is the Poetry Jam hosted by Kristine Lendved. Poets of all ages get a chance to compete in their age group for special prizes and to read their poem on the main stage.

There will be live music all day starting at 10:00 in the morning with the mellow tunes of Jon Adler and Sonofmel, followed in the afternoon by two other well known local groups. Our art vendors include sculpture, paintings, photographs, jewelry, wood crafts, and lotions, as well as a few local non-profit organizations. Food and beverages will be provided by the Seeley Lion’s Club. And as usual, CHARAC will have a Kids’ Art Tent with free art projects, as well as wine glass painting and t-shirt tie dyeing which you can do for a fee.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 8th and come to Seeley, Wisconsin for the Namekagon Art & Music Festival from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Come early and stay all day for the music, food, and fun for the whole family.

Second Chapter Garage Sale

Snake Feeding

July 8, 2017Meet the snakes at the Cable Natural History Museum and watch them eat a mouse! Stop by at 10am. Donations welcome. www.cablemuseum.org

Talon Talk Live Raptor Program

Start:
Jul 8

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 8, 2017Meet the Cable Natural History Museum’s live education raptors in person! Learn all about the amazing world of birds of prey from Naturalist Haley Appleman. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Please come early to find a seat. Donations welcome. www.cablemuseum.org

Memory Day

Start:
Jul 8

Venue:
Cable Natural History Museum

Description:

July 8, 2017Do you have stories to tell and memories to share? Join us from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Museum for a chance to talk about your memories of the Museum, Mrs. Burke, and Lois Nestel. An invited speaker will start us off with a short presentation at 1:00, and then everyone can join in. We’ll be recording stories for oral history, too. Once the stories slow, participants can walk to the Cable-Namakagon Historical Museum to spark more stories with photos and artifacts. Refreshments will be served. Contact Joanne Cleary, clagoon@cheqnet.net, for more information about participating. Online registration at www.cablemuseum.org requested as an RSVP for this free program.

Biodiversity Tour

Start:
Jul 8

Venue:
Cable Community Farm

Description:

July 8, 2017Join the Cable Natural History Museum’s Pollinator Intern for a tour of the exciting diversity growing at the Farm. You’ll see the native flower gardens planted just for the pollinators, as well as the Community Orchard, Community Vineyard, and beekeeping operation! Meet at 13765 Perry Lake Road, just one mile north of Cable, from 2:00-3:00 p.m. www.cablemuseum.org

Live Music

Start:
Jul 8

Venue:
Lakewoods Resort

Description:

Every Saturday from July 8 – August 26, 20178:00 PMLive Music by Jesse Ryan Band in the bar.

Sunday Serenades

Start:
Jul 9

Venue:
Rookey Pub Fine Dining

Description:

July 9, 20172-5pmSean & Ian Okamoto – father/son due on guitar and pianoMusic goes on rain or shine